Brinzolamide

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Molecule Description

Brinzolamide belongs to a group of medicines known as Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors.

Uses

It is used to treat high pressure in the eye (open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension).

Contraindications

When should one not use Brinzolamide

If you are allergic to this medicine
If you ever have kidney or liver disease
If you are suffering from urinary problems and red blood cell related disorders (porphyria)
If you have too much acidity in your blood (a condition called hyperchloremic acidosis)

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

The common side effects may include:
Temporary blurred vision
Double vision
Baggy eyelids
Bitter or sour taste in the mouth
Dry eyes
Temporary discomfort of the eye such as itching, redness, burning, stinging of the eye, eye discharge
Headache
Stomach
Back pain
Nausea
Diarrhea

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

It is better to avoid using this medicine during pregnancy due to lack of evidence. But your physician can decide on this depending on benefits and risks.

Breast Feeding

It is probably unsafe to use this medicine during breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk.

Driving

Consumption of this medicine may lead to cause blurred vision for a short time just after its use. Hence, it is better to avoid driving for a while.

Alcohol

Drinking alcohol may affect the actions of this medicine. Hence, it is better to avoid.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

This medicine should not be used by children or adolescents under 18 years of age unless prescribed by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you have high-risk factors including thyroid dysfunction or excessive use of alcohol or diabetes. You should inform your doctor before surgery regarding all the products you use (including non-prescription medicines and herbal products). This medicine can be stored in average room temperature in a closed container. Keep out of the reach of children.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

This medicine controls carbonic anhydrase which is a chemical found in many parts of the body including the eye. It inhibits excess liquid formation in the eye and reduces elevated eye pressure.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Brinzolamide interacts with Aspirin or other medicines related to Salicylates.

Interactions with food items

There have not been any specific reports for interactions with food.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of Brinzolamide eye drops do not produce any life threatening symptoms. Although, you may face vision difficulties, inform your doctor immediately if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Give a detailed account of your medical and surgical history. Keep a list of all your ongoing medicines with you and give that list to your doctor. If you are allergic to any medicines, tell your doctor about it.

This medicine usually comes as a solution to instill in the eyes. Follow the directions on your prescription carefully. Use these eye drops specifically as directed. Do not use more or less of it, or more often, or for longer duration than prescribed by your doctor.

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